Andrew Yang and Kathryn Garcia campaigned together on Saturday in a show of unity that their top rival, Eric Adams, sought to portray as racially motivated. Source: New York Times
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Yang and Adams spar over a police union endorsement.
By Gotham Rex on June 16, 2021
Source: New York Times
Is Bill de Blasio Secretly Backing Eric Adams for Mayor?
By Gotham Rex on June 14, 2021
The mayor is not making a public endorsement in the primary race, but he is believed to favor Mr. Adams, the Brooklyn borough president. Source: New York Times
Where Does Eric Adams Live? Rivals Question His Residency and Ethics.
By Gotham Rex on June 9, 2021
Mr. Adams, a leading candidate for New York mayor, tried to rebut questions about whether he lives part-time in New Jersey, while his opponents sought to cast doubt on his truthfulness. Source: New York Times
AOC Endorses Maya Wiley for NYC Mayor
By Gotham Rex on June 5, 2021
Ms. Ocasio-Cortez’s endorsement on Saturday may cement Ms. Wiley as the left-wing standard-bearer in the New York City mayor’s race. Source: New York Times
Adams Gets Boost With Latino Voters: 5 Takeaways From Mayor’s Race
By Gotham Rex on May 24, 2021
Adriano Espaillat, who had backed Scott Stringer, switched to supporting Eric Adams, while Andrew Yang had a rocky week on the campaign trail. Source: New York Times
How Andrew Yang Won Over Ultra-Orthodox Brooklyn
By Gotham Rex on May 21, 2021
A slew of influential Jewish leaders endorsed Mr. Yang, motivated by one overriding issue: “Yeshivas, yeshivas, yeshivas.” Source: New York Times
Maya Wiley Lands Major Endorsement From Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
By Gotham Rex on May 16, 2021
Mr. Jeffries, New York’s top House Democrat, said he intended to engage in significant efforts on Ms. Wiley’s behalf, including making campaign appearances with her. Source: New York Times
Andrew Yang's Endorsement from Rep. Grace Meng Shows Momentum With Key Voting Bloc
By Gotham Rex on May 10, 2021
The former presidential candidate won a major endorsement in the New York City mayor’s race from Rep. Grace Meng, a top Asian-American leader in Queens. Source: New York Times
Most of Scott Stringer's Supporters Have Fled. Not the Teachers' Union
By Gotham Rex on May 10, 2021
The United Federation of Teachers is boosting Mr. Stringer’s embattled campaign with an advertising blitz. Source: New York Times
Stringer, Facing Sexual Harassment Accusation, Loses Key Endorsements
By Gotham Rex on April 30, 2021
The Working Families Party, a major left-leaning institution, and several lawmakers withdrew their backing of Scott Stringer for mayor of New York City. Source: New York Times
Eric Adams Endorsed by Top Bronx Leader, Giving Him Lift With Latinos
By Gotham Rex on April 25, 2021
The endorsement from Ruben Diaz Jr., the Bronx borough president, could help Mr. Adams reach Latino and Bronx voters in the New York City mayor’s race. Source: New York Times
Andrew Yang, Looking for Endorsement, Offends Gay Democratic Club
By Gotham Rex on April 22, 2021
Participants described Mr. Yang’s remarks as offensive, saying that even as members of the club wanted to discuss policy issues, he mentioned gay bars. Source: New York Times
Andrew Yang Wins Endorsement from Left-Wing Rival Carlos Menchaca
By Gotham Rex on April 21, 2021
Carlos Menchaca, who bowed out of the New York City mayoral race last month, endorsed his former opponent. Source: New York Times
Teachers’ Union Backs Stringer for N.Y.C. Mayor, Giving Him a Boost
By Gotham Rex on April 19, 2021
The endorsement comes at a critical time for the city comptroller, who has struggled to gain traction in the race. Source: New York Times